What is the Difference Between Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering?

In India many students desire to take up Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering

Many students in India desire to take up aeronautical and aerospace engineering but with lack of proper knowledge they land up making an erroneous choice. Mostly aeronautical and aerospace are used in the same context that creates lot of confusion. Aerospace engineering is study of all the space crafts used within and out of the earth’s atmosphere while aeronautical engineering is the study of aircrafts that operates within the earth’s atmosphere.

Aerospace engineering is a broader concept that delve into the design, construction, operation and science of airplane and space vehicles. It deals with the study of the new technologies and development in the field of aviation, space and defense systems. Aeronautical engineering is a part of aerospace engineering that deals with precise study of technology related to aircrafts. The choice of course solely depends on the candidate’s interest. Aerospace engineering covers aeronautical engineering related topics as it gives profound knowledge of both aviation and space. On the other hand aeronautical engineering is a narrow branch related to the study of the design of aircrafts.

Courses: Students taking up Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering need to study the following subjects,

Aerospace Engineering is a revered course that might earn one great respect in their career path. It is a course that goes beyond academic fundamentals and common engineering practices. On this era of cutting edge of science and technology, aerospace engineering is for the one who aspires to do something innovative and contribute to the society at large. The B.Tech. Program in Aerospace Engineering offered by IIAEM, Jain (Deemed-to-be University)
is designed in such a way that it meets the requirements of Aerospace organizations. The course has been carefully formulated by adopting the curricula of the front runner institutions.

Comprehensive learning and range of services to support student learning

Future Scope

Aerospace Engineering is an advanced subject and requires high expertise. There are no dearth of opportunities as it is skill based field. The one who possesses the dexterity to survive will be paid well.

Scope in India – In India the major set of employer are from Public Sector namely, HAL, ISRO, ADA, ADE, DRDO and NAL. There are private companies like Tata Advanced Systems, Taneja Aerospace, Mahindra Aerospace, L&T, Design offices of multinationals like General Electric, Boeing, Airbus, etc. have emerged out providing significant growth and opportunities to the engineers.

Scope abroad – There are immense opportunities for aerospace engineers in countries like Unites States of America, France, UK and Germany. National Aeronautics and Space Administration, NASA which is US Federal Government agency responsible for aerospace and aeronautical research has good number of engineers of Indian origin working with them.

Cost of Study - Aerospace Engineering is offered by very few Universities in India. The cost of the course depends on the chosen university but overall approximated cost of the course is 7.5 Lakhs. B Tech in aerospace engineering is a 4 years course and is totally worthy of the time and money.

Salary Offered,

India – The salary offered in this field completely depends on the experience. The average salary for an Aerospace Engineer is Rs. 6, 20,972 per year.

Abroad – Aerospace Engineers working in abroad are offered an average salary of $107,700 per year.

The salary depends on factors like level of education, amount of experience etc.

Universities Offering B tech program in Aerospace Engineering

Indian Institute of Space Science & Technology, Kerala

Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur

International Institute for Aerospace Engineering and Management, IIAEM Bangalore

Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur

University of Petroleum and Energy Studies, Dehradun

Aerospace Engineering is a great career choice with vast opportunities lying ahead. Students need to concentrate on academic fundamentals, lab practices, communication and working in team. At IIAEM, Jain (Deemed-to-be University)
the B Tech program offers Flight Lab Course at IIT (Kanpur) that gives students exposure at mammoth scale for conducting experiments in Cessna aircraft and Glider. It is the finest destination for the Aerospace Engineering enthusiasts.